2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Cube will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Intrigue | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
